About the Island

Zante, Zakynthos or Fiore di Levante (flower of the East) is the third largest island in the Ionian Sea in Western Greece. Its 123 km long coastline contains some of the World’s most beautiful and well known touristic attractions such as Navagio or Shipwreck beach, Gerakas beach, Marathonisi islet, the blue caves and so many more. Rich in beautiful landscapes, Zante is ideal for any traveler with an exploring mind offering such a great variety of beautiful coasts to visit.

Zante’s multi-cultural character was shaped throughout its history. Starting from the first inhabitants during the Neolithic Age, this island has known various rulers such as the legendary Odysseus of Ithaca, the Ancient Athenian Democracy, the Roman Empire, the Byzantine Empire and the Venetian Republic through the renaissance. Later for a period of roughly 70 years French, Russians and English succeeded power over the island until 1864 21st of May, when Zante was united, as well as the rest of the Ionian Islands, with Greece.

Nowadays, Zakynthos has become a main holiday destination as it combines the crystal blue waters, the beautiful coasts and the green natural environments along with its culture and its people’s genuine hospitality.

It is certain that this island will excite every traveler’s mind and feelings.